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2020 Best Test Optional Colleges in South CarolinaAbout this List

The 2020 Best Test Optional Colleges ranking filters the 2020 Best Colleges ranking to only include colleges that don't require SAT or ACT scores for admission. Explore the list of test optional schools to find a college that's right for you. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Furman University

    • 4 Year
    • Greenville, SC
    • 545 reviews

    Senior: I have loved being a student at Furman University. With the small class sizes, I get to know my professors well, and can individualized help, when needed. I enjoy being at a liberal arts college, because every one of my classes seems to be interwoven with my other classes. This makes learning connect more for me and I feel ready for my next steps!
    Read 545 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 61% Acceptance Rate
    • $32,951 Net Price
    • 1190-1380 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  2. Wofford College

    • 4 Year
    • Spartanburg, SC
    • 343 reviews

    Junior: The Wofford College campus is beautiful. The academics at Wofford College are superior with the small class size, professors that take the time to know their students both in and out of the classroom, and a large variety of majors to choose from. Wofford is a safe campus and has worked hard to show its diversity in the students that go there as well as the staff working there. The dorms are above average for a school their size and the food is good. Student life
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 69% Acceptance Rate
    • $27,101 Net Price
    • 1120-1310 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  3. Presbyterian College

    • 4 Year
    • Clinton, SC
    • 241 reviews

    Works Here: Great small town community. Everyone is friendly and helpful. Most faculty and staff are devoted to their work and are essential in empowering the Promise of PC initiative for students and potential students. It is a small, yet beautiful campus. I hate that they don't offer my major; otherwise, I would consider continuing my education there! The only downside is the price of tuition and fees. I recommend the campus life and feel of the college. The academics here seem to be highly respected and prestigious, and the student life departments appear to be very active in reaching out to students in and outside of the classroom.
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    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 65% Acceptance Rate
    • $20,518 Net Price
    • 1020-1250 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  4. Southern Wesleyan University

    • 4 Year
    • Central, SC
    • 235 reviews

    Freshman: I enjoy being a student at Southern Wesleyan University. I enjoy the faith based side of the college and that my degree program is online, which is convenient for me as I work full-time.

    I would change the tuition rate, so it wouldn't continue to increase. The tuition rate would only increase every 3 years, not every year. I would also change things to make importance mandatory and not a choice for students; such as, attending finance and budgeting classes. Getting a job and holding a job, so they would have some skills and training. Attending resume writing, and interview skills.
    Read 235 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 53% Acceptance Rate
    • $16,008 Net Price
    • 810-1050 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  5. Horry-Georgetown Technical College

    • 2 Year
    • Conway, SC
    • 487 reviews

    Junior: This is a great school. They offer so tools for success and they are constantly adding new academic programs. The professors have various ways to communicate and ask for help, whether it be during class, office hours, or email. Some professors have apps that remind us of assignment due dates or any important upcoming changes. There are countless resources such as FREE tutoring on campus and online, library, private study rooms, WiFi, printing, and so much more. What was one of the key factors for attending HGTC, for the programs that have specific requirements to be met before being accepted into a specific program of study, they have a larger staff which means they can accept more students into the program. Awesome, right! HGTC also has some many clubs and other organizations, for academics, heritage, culture, and sports. 3 campuses and online classes!
    Read 487 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $5,793 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  6. Columbia College - South Carolina

    • 4 Year
    • Columbia, SC
    • 463 reviews

    Senior: I have enjoyed my time at Columbia College for a number of reasons. Firstly, Columbia College is a small institution that allows a close knit community to develop. The college allows students to develop a close relationship with Professors, staff members, and other students. These relationships have been extremely beneficial in my academic development.
    Secondly, Columbia College also offers students the ability to develop academically and professionally. The on-campus tutoring and professional development centres ensure that students are able to receive the help that they need at no extra cost.
    Finally, Columbia College provides a welcoming and warm community that strives to accommodate all students. The institution has a diverse population of students that are able to aid one another in understanding and adapting to the cultures around them.
    Read 463 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 87% Acceptance Rate
    • $17,550 Net Price
    • 950-1120 SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  7. South University - Columbia

    • 4 Year
    • Columbia, SC
    • 186 reviews

    Graduate Student: I have had nothing but wonderful experiences with South University. Even though one of the classes was hard, the professor stuck with me and wanted to see me succeed. There goal is to make each student a success story. I would love for tuition to go down but I doubt that will happen and even though that probably won't change, I will continue my studies and graduate with my graduates degree in nursing (FNP)! Each professor brings their own unique experience along with their teaching style and I love it! South University-Columbia campus is the place to be!
    Read 186 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $20,367 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  8. Remington College - Columbia

    • 2 Year
    • Columbia, SC
    • 1 review

    College Senior: The experience here is Great! The teachers take pride in what they do and the not only look but search for excellence in their students. The environment is clean and wholesome. All of the staff here is extremely helpful and do what it takes to help their students succeed. I look forward to school every morning and thank GOD every day for such a great opportunity and blessing to be able to be apart of such a wonder family. Remington is a wonderful school as a whole, wouldn't trade it for the world.
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    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $17,650 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  9. Voorhees College

    • 4 Year
    • Denmark, SC
    • 207 reviews

    Freshman: I'm a freshman at VoorheesCollege, about to go into my second semester. Majority of my family, has attended VoorheesCollege. It's a great school, one of the best in South Carolina. VoorheesCollege so far, has really been like another home for me. Everyone knows each other, and it's a religious school. Which that's a good thing, because my major is Theological Studies. I just love the annual Chapel services, that are held every Tuesday. Also singing on the great VoorheesCollege Gospel Choir is a joy in itself. After graduation, I plan to become a Pastor and start my own church. By the grace of God, many people will be touched and saved by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Voorhees has all the necessary tools, that will help me achieve this goal. God has already network me, with many people in the same field I'm achieving to do. It's a homey environment, a small but effective community. VoorheesCollege where we BeginBelieveBecome.
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    • C-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 53% Acceptance Rate
    • $17,125 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  12. Southeastern Institute - Charleston

    • 2 Year
    • North Charleston, SC
    • 2 reviews

    Niche User: Excellent institution! I would highly recommend this institution to any student seeking a career in the medical or IT fields. The staff and faculty are caring and courteous. The campus is dedicated to the student's success and the students are treated as individuals and not numbers. Great institution comprised of caring and dedicated faculty and staff!
    Read 2 Reviews

    • NG
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $24,052 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?

  13. Southeastern Institute - Columbia

    • 2 Year
    • Columbia, SC
    • 5 reviews

    Niche User: Excellent institution. I would highly recommend this institution to any student seeking a career in the medical field! The faculty and staff are caring and courteous. The class sizes are small and the campus is dedicated the student's success. You are absolutely more than a number here. They care!
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    • NG
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $24,876 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
    Will You Get In?
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    South University - Columbia

    • 4 Year
    • Columbia, SC
    • 186 reviews

    Graduate Student: I have had nothing but wonderful experiences with South University. Even though one of the classes was hard, the professor stuck with me and wanted to see me succeed. There goal is to make each student a success story. I would love for tuition to go down but I doubt that will happen and even though that probably won't change, I will continue my studies and graduate with my graduates degree in nursing (FNP)! Each professor brings their own unique experience along with their teaching style and I love it! South University-Columbia campus is the place to be!
    Read 186 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $20,367 Net Price
    Will You Get In?
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